Dr. Christie Billups raises awareness about cultural differences

Dr. Christie Billups, assistant professor of Theology and coordinator of the Office of Service Learning, concluded Black History Month by speaking about her experiences and travels to Uganda.

Her presentation, “Coming Full Circle: From Africa to America and Back Again,” shared the cultural differences and lifestyles between the United States and Africa. Billups shared videos that showed the need in Africa for sustainable access to clean water, food, healthcare and education.

The presentation was a part of Lewis University’s Arts & Ideas Program, providing cultural and educational programming for students and the community. A portion of the Arts & Ideas events is sponsored by a grant from the Illinois Arts Council. For additional information, please contact Dr. Michael Cunningham, director of Arts & Ideas, at (815) 836-5385.

Lewis University is a Catholic university offering distinctive undergraduate and graduate programs to more than 6,500 traditional and adult students. Lewis offers multiple campus locations, online degree programs, and a variety of formats that provide accessibility and convenience to a growing student population. Sponsored by the De La Salle Christian Brothers, Lewis prepares intellectually engaged, ethically grounded, globally connected, and socially responsible graduates. The seventh largest private not-for-profit university in Illinois, Lewis has been nationally recognized by The Princeton Review and U.S. News & World Report.

Follow Lewis University

Leave a Comment

Comments submitted to www.Lewisu.edu are posted to the News and Events article with name that is submitted. Lewis University reserves the right to delete comments. Offensive language, personal attacks or irrelevant comments may be deleted/and or not posted. Comments will not appear immediately. Thank you for your patience.